Independence Criminal Lawyers

Criminal defense attorney serving Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

I have been practicing exclusively Criminal Defense at the trial court level since June of 1997. During that time, I have had periods where I worked for several Criminal Defense firms and I have had period where I was court appointed on several thousand Indigent Criminal Defense matters. After the first years of my practice, I transitioned into handling privately retained matters and I have handled (almost) the entire range of Criminal Defense charges. I have tried cases as serious as Drug Manufacturing Labs and 3-Strikes Life cases and as minor as Petty Theft cases. I do not back down...

Martin Jones has over 17 years of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Martin started his career in Madera County as a public defender in the high-volume traffic court. He was promoted to Felony Supervisor for all criminal matters in a short time. A few years later, he was offered Assistant Chief Defense Attorney at the Placer County Public Defender Office. Martin Jones is one of the most experienced trial attorneys in Placer County. He handled more than 68 high-profile trials, represented hundreds of clients, and worked on hundreds of DUI cases and suppression motions, including sex crimes, homicide, death...

I was born and raised in Monterey, CA. I am fourth generation local. I graduated from Monterey High School. I then graduated from Brigham Young University and attended law school locally, and transferred and graduated in the top 10 of my class from San Joaquin College of Law. I have worked on both state and federal criminal cases. I have worked on hundreds of DUI cases, ranging from standard DUIs to DUI death cases, including DUI murder and involuntary manslaughter. I have appeared on local news stations as a criminal defense lawyer and have worked on cases featured on...

Kenneth J. Kahn strives to get outstanding results and protect your rights at all stages of your criminal case or investigation. Mr. Kahn utilizes his extensive experience, savvy, and deep knowledge of “The System” to use it to your advantage. Every criminal case is unique, and at the Law Offices of Kenneth J. Kahn, we understand this. Our personalized approach is designed to make you feel valued and understood. We provide guidance and a strategic plan tailored to your specific goals, circumstances, and desired results. Mr. Kahn has a proven track record of success, having completed over 60 Jury Trials and well...

When you have been arrested, it may be in your interest to consider retaining the services of Corona criminal attorney Michael J. Lacilento, Attorney at Law. Mr. Lacilento has more than 20 years of legal experience, and has advocated for countless Californians. He prides himself in the personalization and friendliness he offers clients, and he believes a strong attorney-client relationship is the foundation of a defense strategy. He is an aggressive litigator with prior trial experience, and he is willing to take a case to trial if necessary. Mr. Lacilento also proudly represents family law clients. He is also licensed...

I chose to become a criminal defense attorney because I didn’t want to continue living in a society where the right to fight for our liberty and promised justice existed for some and not for others.
I grew up witnessing the disparity my entire life.
Since 2008, I have been fighting for the people who need their voices to be heard.

Experienced California Criminal Defense Attorney
Honing his expertise over 20 years of legal experience, attorney Allen Sawyer offers a range of California criminal defense services to clients in the Stockton, Sacramento, and Northern California areas:
Criminal Defense Law –Representing individuals charged with serious crimes throughout California, Allen Sawyer’s expertise as a criminal defense attorney spans a wide array of charges, including such aspects of white collar criminal defense as embezzlement and real estate fraud. Allen Sawyer has unique experience defending high profile cases that garner a lot of media attention. He is quite often sought out by the media to be a...

Attorney Jeffrey E. Elliott (Cruz) principal legal eduction and training commenced at West Valley College in Saratoga, California, where he received an AA degree. Where After, Mr. Elliott-Cruz graduated from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah awarded a BS an also, an extra major skill in writing. Next stop, was Santa Clara university law school, wherein, he obtained a JD degree. His post graduate education in the law also consists of a certificate of Achievement in the Federal Trials Practice Program from the Northern District of California. Two distinct and separate certificate of completion from the College of Hastings Trial...

Matthew J. O'Connor is a founding partner of the O'Connor Law, APC and currently focuses his practice on criminal defense. Mr. O'Connor regularly defends adults and juveniles in all types of criminal matters, including but not limited to: Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Assault, Robbery, Three Strikes cases, Murder, Domestic Violence, Rape, Illegal Firearms, Theft and Drug crimes, Probation and Parole hearings.

Mr. O'Connor graduated from the University of California at Davis in 1995 and graduated cum laude from the Santa Clara University School of Law in 1999. Upon graduating from law school Mr. O'Connor served as a deputy district attorney...

Criminal Defense and DUI attorney Richard A. Madsen, Jr. (a former Contra Costa County Deputy District Attorney) has represented thousands of first-time offenders who have been arrested or charged with driving under the influence throughout the Bay Area and Northern California. Mr. Madsen's impeccable reputation speaks for itself. Recognized as a highly skilled trial lawyer and negotiator, and well seasoned in the intricacies of the Department of Motor Vehicles, Mr. Madsen works tirelessly to protect his clients' rights and achieve superior results. Mr. Madsen knows the system. For nearly twenty years, Mr. Madsen has utilized his reputation and long-standing relationships...

The Law Office of Chance Oberstein represents people throughout California who’ve been accused of committing crimes by providing an aggressive, results-oriented defense. Mr. Oberstein knows the California criminal justice system, and has both the background and skill to take on tough criminal cases. No matter what type of charge you face, you can count on Chance Oberstein to press for the best possible result through tenacious, tireless advocacy. We specialize in the following areas of law: Sex crimes — Sentences for sexual offenses can carry lifelong consequences. Our law office works to ensure that your side of the story is told...

As a former police officer & detective as well as through my work with the Sacramento and Colusa County District Attorney’s Offices and The City of Sacramento’s Civil Service Board, I know how the other side works. It often IS the difference between conviction and dismissal.

I became a defense attorney because I saw the bias of the justice system firsthand—improper arrests, unfair treatments, and violation of rights. Now I fight for my clients to ensure that they receive a fair outcome and a second chance.

My extensive experience in law enforcement gives my clients a true advantage. I know how investigations...

Attorney Caryn Warren has a proven track record of success in the legal areas of DUI, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury. After law school Caryn worked as a defense attorney for 10 years where she defended hundreds of clients charged with misdemeanors to serious and violent felonies. Ms. Warren later spent 4.5 years working as a Deputy District Attorney. At the DA’s office, Caryn learned the perspective of the prosecutor, what drives their decisions, and what it takes to prove a case. Having worked on both sides allows a holistic perspective enabling her to see shortcomings in DA cases. After spending...

The remarkable careers of attorneys Mark J. Reichel and Steven B. Plesser make them a very tough team to beat. Together they bring a combined 50 years of trial victories in California’s largest and most complex criminal cases. The firm successfully handled the largest federal criminal case ever brought in California, which ended in the dismissal of all charges. The firm handled the two largest fraud cases in California and the largest arson prosecution. They also handled the defense of the largest international identity theft prosecution in Las Vegas and the largest federal criminal drug conspiracy. At least...

Christine practices both state and federal law in several counties. She is known for her thorough legal representation in both bankruptcy and criminal law, and her superior customer service. She has also served in both the executive and legislative branches of government, and has taught legal classes at U.C. Davis.